1990 Citroen XM vs. 1984 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1990 Citroen XM is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 GMC Suburban (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1990 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 GMC Suburban weights approximately 964 kg more than 1990 Citroen XM. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Citroen XM. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 GMC Suburban will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1984 GMC Suburban (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen XM. (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1984 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen XM. 1984 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1990 Citroen XM has manual transmission. 1990 Citroen XM will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen XM | 1984 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Citroen | GMC |
| Model | XM | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2244 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3300 mm |
